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Day of Coordination (DOC) Services in the San Francisco Bay Area

Day of Coordination Services or DOC for short are typically for the couple who wants to plan all aspects of their wedding but need some assistance towards the end of the wedding planning process.  Even though its called Day of Coordination typically work begins at least one month out.  Wedding vendors are contacted, a detailed wedding timeline is created and all final details regarding the wedding ceremony and reception setup are worked out.

I think that Day of Coordination Services are a necessity for a wedding.  When I began planning my own wedding I adopted the following rule:  that family members would not be allowed to work at my wedding….they would be guests only.  I held true to this rule and enlisted the help of Christine from Ribbon & Tie.  Yes, I did help with the setup for my reception but at some point I needed to get my hair and makeup done and had to relinquish control.  All went excellently and I did not have to worry about a thing.

You can read about the Bellissima Vita Weddings Day of Coordination Package here.

Centerpiece of the Week - Orange and White Wedding Flowers

I love bottles….all shapes and all sizes.  I love how this arrangement was made using different types of bottles with just a few beautiful flowers in each. 

Photo by Jessamyn Harris

Create your own Wedding Ceremony Backdrop

So while browsing some of my favorite wedding blogs I came across the most amazing DIY wedding ceremony backdrop.  Thank you to Green Wedding Shoes for featuring this wedding shot by Stephanie Fay.  You can see the rest of the wedding photography here.

 

Check out more great ceremony backdrops at Green Wedding Shoes.

Cool Things Wednesdays 76 - Unique Wedding Ideas & Decor

I only have one product for this week’s edition of Cool Things Wednesdays…..but it can stand alone.  The first of its kind Do-It-Yourself Letterpress Machine.  I ordered one and will post projects on the blog in case you are interested. 

Cake of the Week - Brown and White Wedding

Simplicity is so beautiful.  I love this brown and white wedding cake.  The stripes, sweet bow and flower topper really make it stand out.  Cake by K. Rose and Photography by Elizabeth Messina.

Elle Jae Weddings - San Francisco Wedding Photography

Photography by Lisa + James is now Elle Jae Weddings!!  Along with a new name they have a beautiful new website.  James and I go semi way back.  After all he shot my wedding at the Calistoga Ranch back when he was James Sanders Photography.  When I met his wife I instantly loved her.  In a way we are almost like sisters or even twins although odd since we are both named Lisa.  Well as people they are the best.  As photographers I will let their work speak for itself.  Amazing in my opinion.  And because they are great people they are such a joy to work with.  If you are a bride or groom here in the San Francisco Bay Area or beyond set up an appointment to meet with them…you will not be disappointed.  Congrats you guys!  Can’t wait to see you all the time in our new office!!